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Ultra-Processed Foods
Ultra-Processed Foods
Ultra-Processed Foods
Sunday 9th February 2025
Explore the health risks of ultra-processed foods with Dr. Granite and learn practical tips for making healthier choices.
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Episode Overview
- Ultra-processed foods account for over half of adult calorie consumption.
- UPFs are linked to chronic diseases like heart disease and diabetes.
- Dr. Granite compares food industry tactics to those of big tobacco.
- Practical tips include cooking more at home and reading labels carefully.
- Societal changes could involve regulating UPF promotions in SNAP stores.
It's not about perfection – it's about progress.
In this episode of The Human Condition, Dr. Alfred Granite dives into the unsettling reality of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) and their impact on health. UPFs, like those neon cheese puffs you might snack on, are everywhere and make up a staggering 57% of the calories consumed by adults. Dr. Granite highlights how these factory-made concoctions are designed to be addictive, similar to tactics used by big tobacco, prioritising profit over well-being.
The episode explores the link between UPFs and chronic illnesses such as heart disease, diabetes, and even dementia. But it’s not all doom and gloom; Dr. Granite offers practical advice for breaking free from UPF dependence. He suggests starting small by cooking more meals at home and becoming a savvy shopper who scrutinises labels for hidden sugars and artificial ingredients.
The episode also touches on the broader societal changes needed, like regulating UPF promotions in stores accepting SNAP benefits, to make healthier food choices accessible to everyone. As Dr. Granite emphasises, it's about progress, not perfection – so why not take a step towards a healthier lifestyle today?